LEXINGTON, Ky., March 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline
Inc. – a leading worldwide supplier of premium branded lubricants and automotive services – announced today its franchisee,
Westco Lube, Inc., has acquired a quick-lube location that is now operating as a Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeSM (VIOC)
service center in Wichita, Kansas.
A core element of Valvoline's strategy is to accelerate the growth of its industry-leading quick-lube model, which is all
about delivering a quick, easy and trusted experience for every customer, every day.
Westco Lubes, Inc., operates all seven of the VIOC quick-lube locations in Kansas. The newest
service center is at 5826 W Central Avenue in Wichita. No appointments are necessary.
Valvoline Instant Oil Change service centers let customers stay in their cars and watch VIOC's certified technicians perform
their service. Technicians complete a professional ASE®-accredited training program that is ranked #2 globally by the Association
for Talent Development's 2017 BEST Award. In addition to full-service oil changes done in about 15 minutes, VIOC performs a wide
range of preventive maintenance services, including transmission, radiator and air-conditioning services; safety parts
replacement, including wiper blades and light bulbs; and tire rotation. Most locations also offer fuel system and battery
services. VIOC services most vehicle makes and models, including luxury, diesel, and hybrid. Learn more at www.vioc.com.
About ValvolineTM
Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) is a leading worldwide marketer and supplier of premium branded lubricants and
automotive services, with sales in more than 140 countries. Established in 1866, the company's heritage spans over 150 years,
during which it has developed powerful brand recognition across multiple product and service channels. Valvoline ranks as the No.
3 passenger car motor oil brand in the DIY market by volume. It operates and franchises more than 1,300 quick-lube locations,
including the No. 2 quick-lube chain by number of stores in the United States under the
Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeSM brand and the No. 3 quick-lube chain by number of stores in Canada under the Great Canadian Oil Change brand. It also markets Valvoline lubricants and automotive
chemicals, including the new Valvoline™ Modern Engine Full Synthetic Motor Oil, which is specifically engineered to protect
against carbon build-up in Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI), turbo and other engines manufactured since 2012; Valvoline High
Mileage with MaxLife technology motor oil for engines over 75,000 miles; Valvoline Synthetic motor oil; and Zerex™ antifreeze. To
learn more, visit www.valvoline.com.
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